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Does anyone know an easy fix to this? It is the new 9.25 HP Ariens from Home Depot  - I used it for the first time yesterday (bought it exactly 2 weeks ago).  It pulls very hard to one side. If I let it go, it would go in a circle.  Is there an easy fix to make both wheels spin at the same speed?  I'd rather not have to force this thing in my jeep again to return it to the store.   Any help is appreciated!!

What model is it?

Depending on the model you have, you may need move a pin to lock both wheels.  Look at the wheel on the right side.  There should be a pin and ring.  If the pin goes through the axle only, that wheel isn't locked, so only the left wheel is driving.  If that's the case, remove the pin, lift that wheel off the ground, pull the wheel out and rotate it so the holes line up and put the pin back in.  It should now go through both the wheel and the axle, so that both wheels drive. 

If you don't see a pin and ring, you may have a differential.  If that's the case, someone else may be able to help you.

Thank you Maddfrog!! That did it!   1 pin was only through the gold axle portion, while the other pin was through both the gold axle and the gray wheel.   It's fixed. thank you very very much!  made my day to know I don't have to lift that thing and squeeze it iback nto my suv!  Thanks!

Glad to help.  I bought an Ariens 8524 a couple of seasons ago.  It's a great machine - digs through anything I put in front of it, but it did take me a while to get the hang of it.  Hope you enjoy yours as much as I have mine...